HACT 141 Barre

III. Catalog Description This fitness based class uses a combination of postures inspired by ballet as well as other disciplines such as Yoga and Pilates. Students use the barre as a prop to assist with balance while doing exercises that focus on isometric strength training combined with high repetitions of small range-of-motion movements. The use of light weights and mat/core work will be incorporated into the course. This course may be repeated once for credit.

Credits

1

Semester Contact Hours Lab

30

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

HACT 141Barre

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

Health, Recreation & Fitness

II. Course Specification

Course Type

Other

General Education Competency

[GE Core type]

Credit Hours Narrative

1

Semester Contact Hours Lab

30

Grading Method

Letter grade

Repeatable

Y

Credit Hours Maximum, if repeatable

2

III. Catalog Course Description

III. Catalog Description This fitness based class uses a combination of postures inspired by ballet as well as other disciplines such as Yoga and Pilates. Students use the barre as a prop to assist with balance while doing exercises that focus on isometric strength training combined with high repetitions of small range-of-motion movements. The use of light weights and mat/core work will be incorporated into the course. This course may be repeated once for credit.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

• Students will apply the basic disciplines of ballet incorporated with fitness based exercise I e light weights/ high reps, mat work, isometric muscle work, and balance practices associated with Yoga and Pilates
• Students will demonstrate appropriate safety practices
• Students will improve/maintain their level of fitness throughout the semester

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

Proper balance and posture techniques Muscle definition Improve flexibility Stress reduction techniques Body composition improvement methods Basic ballet disciplines Mat work techniques Isometric muscle work Safety techniques for equipment Basic nutrition for physical activity

VI. Delivery Methodologies

Required Assignments

Health History form

Assessment Strategy Narrative

1.Post Safety evaluation 2.Pre and post fitness assessments 3.Instructor will evaluate performance of basic ballet techniques during daily workouts

Specific Course Activity Assignment or Assessment Requirements

Health History form